Driving Decisions: Transformative Results for D.M. Bowman, Standard Logistics, Stevens Trucking, and More
This month at Optimal Dynamics , we’re witnessing the real-world impact of decision automation as enterprise carriers achieve and share breakthrough operational results.
Keep reading to discover the specific strategies and results driving these transformations.
Ready to see what decision automation can do for your fleet? Let’s connect.
Forbes: How D.M. Bowman Transformed Operations With Decision Automation
This month, Steve Banker of Forbes highlighted how D.M. Bowman, Inc. is redefining operational efficiency with Optimal Dynamics — and the results speak for themselves.
In his detailed analysis, Banker showcased how D.M. Bowman consolidated load planning from five separate business divisions down to one person while simultaneously improving key performance indicators across loads per shift, revenue per shift, revenue per mile, and empty mileage percentages.
The transformation demonstrates what we see across our customer base: When carriers embrace decision automation strategically, they overhaul their entire approach to network planning.
As Mark S. , VP of Operations at D.M. Bowman, told Forbes: “We were looking for a partner, not a vendor. Any carrier that implements an optimized transportation solution will go through a fundamental change to the business and culture.”
Read the full Forbes article to see why business and industry analysts are taking notice of the decision automation revolution.
Case Study: How Standard Logistics is Driving Strategic Growth Through Decision Automation
Growth without efficiency isn’t sustainable growth — it’s just complexity. That’s the philosophy that drove Standard Logistics , a leading provider with 22 locations and a diverse fleet of flatbeds and dry vans, to embrace decision automation as its path forward.
In our latest case study, Standard Logistics shares how the company transformed from largely manual processes to an automated system that now handles the majority of tender acceptance and dispatch decisions. The case study speaks to the power of strategic technology adoption:
“We knew that growth couldn’t come at the cost of efficiency and we saw the path to do that was through a growth-through-optimization strategy,” said Volker Bargenda , President of Standard Logistics.
Eric Hernandez, CTP , Manager of Fleet Optimization at Standard Logistics, added: “With hundreds of daily moves across dozens of locations, Standard Logistics recognized that empowering planners with decision automation would unlock new levels of efficiency and profitability.”
Welcome Challenger Motor Freight to the Optimal Dynamics Family
We’re proud to welcome Challenger Motor Freight Inc , part of the Fastfrate Group , to the Optimal Dynamics customer community!
As one of North America’s largest privately owned transportation and logistics companies, Challenger has built a reputation for leadership in operational and technological innovation.
By partnering with Optimal Dynamics, Challenger is focused on automating optimized load acceptance and dispatch decisions, freeing up their planning team for more strategic work, and improving both freight quality and driver satisfaction. With our platform, they’re also gaining the ability to simulate “what-if” scenarios for better network-wide decision-making.
Webinar: How Stevens Trucking Revolutionized Spot Freight With Centralized Dispatch
From scattered spreadsheets to a streamlined, centralized system — Stevens Trucking transformed its spot freight operations with Optimal Dynamics ’ Source solution.
In our recent webinar, Cole Stevens shared how centralized dispatch brought consistency, efficiency, and measurable results. The team shifted from reactive tasks to high-value work like pricing, procurement, and driver management — directly reducing turnover. Over a recent holiday week, Stevens Trucking even saw 7% more mileage year-over-year.
With one aggregated view of freight and the ability to showcase operational excellence, Source has even become a tool to win new business.
Watch the on-demand webinar to see how they did it.
Leading the Future of Freight Planning
Whether it’s D.M. Bowman, Inc. consolidating planning across five divisions, Standard Logistics scaling growth without sacrificing efficiency, or Stevens Trucking overhauling its spot freight operations, the message is clear: Decision automation is a strategic differentiator that’s defining the future of freight.
Schedule a demo to see how Optimal Dynamics can help you build a more intelligent, profitable, and resilient freight network.